Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
Sydenham
Our Funeral Directors in Sydenham
41 Sydenham Road, Sydenham, SE26 5EX
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Sydenham funeral home
At Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors Sydenham we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of funeral care, service and facilities to the cherished members of our local community.
We are honoured to be able to help the families in our care celebrate the lives of their loved ones. We offer you our full support during this difficult time, and we will work with you, listening carefully to your wishes, to try to make things a little bit easier for you. Whether you need someone to talk to, or support and guidance, we are here to help.
From our Funeral Directors in Sydenham, we are continually striving to set the bar in standards of funeral care, because we know how important it is to get things right when saying goodbye to someone special.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Meet our team
The values of our founders and rich heritage remain at the heart of all we do, after over 180 years of giving generations of the same families our uncompromising compassion. At Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors Sydenham we are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help arranging a funeral. We offer support and guidance at every step, including helping with registering the death and planning funerals for all faiths and cultures. We can also help you with memorials. You can give us a call 24 hours a day to discuss your needs.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 020 8778 6658 today.
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Our services
With three packages available, at Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Sydenham we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
The Attended Funeral
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
- The Attended Funeral£3495
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1529
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£5024
The Unattended Funeral
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
- The Unattended Funeral£1595
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- (Includes cost of cremation)-
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1595
Memorials
Commemorate your loved one's life with a Memorial to keep their memory alive. Choose from a variety of options, from headstones, urns to memorial plaques, vases, benches, statues, jewellery, and more, allowing you to create something special that reflects their life, love, and cherished memories.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 020 8778 6658
Our Address
41 Sydenham Road, Sydenham, SE26 5EX
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayBy appointment only
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
We are less than a five minute walk from Sydenham railway station, located on the junction for Newlands Park, opposite Ladbrokes. There is free parking on surrounding roads.
020 8778 6658Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.
From 9 September 2024, there will no longer be a doctor's fee in England and Wales when arranging a funeral. This is because from this date, all deaths in England and Wales will be independently viewed, either by a relevant coroner or by a Medical Examiner and the cost will be met by the NHS.
A Medical Examiner is a specifically trained independent senior doctor who will scrutinise all deaths across a local area that do not fall under the coroner's jurisdiction. By providing a greater level of scrutiny over the cause of deaths; it is hoped that the introduction of Medical Examiners will make it less likely that unnatural causes of death will go unnoticed; that the number of deaths unnecessarily referred to the coroner will be reduced and that national data about causes of death will be captured with greater accuracy.
Medical Examiners, or Medical Examiner Officers, will also be available to meet with families, or their representatives, if they wish to discuss the cause of death.
Our reviews
Rhian Powell
21st Aug 2025
I would love to thank Steph and her team for all the help and support putting together the funeral for my uncle. Her thoughtful suggestions and humour made the process much easier. Yvonne
Sally Millington
7th Apr 2025
Julie at the Sydenham office helped guide us through the difficult process. She was kind, professional, respectful and very patient. Julie wasn't always available by phone, so we made contact via email which worked well for us, she always came back promptly. Stephanie who looked after us at the funeral, was also excellent and everything ran smoothly. The Order of Service was just as required. The flowers were delightful and smelt lovely. Thank you for all your guidance and hardwork.
Pauline Evans
19th Jul 2024
Thankyou all for such a wonderful send off for our mother Wendy Evans. It was such a sad day but your whole team were kind and supportive throughout the day. Thankyou all from the bottom of our hearts.
Mr Stephen A.
22nd Nov 2022
Staff were professional, courteous and most helpful at a sad and difficult time for our family.
Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
23rd Nov 2022
I am happy that we provided a professional service to you.
Miss Sasha P.
6th Sep 2022
The service provided for my mum's funeral was amazingly supportive, informative and done with such clarity every step of the way. The staff showed kindness and compassion throughout the process from beginning to the end.
Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
7th Sep 2022
We understand how important it is to keep families informed and I'm pleased that our team did exactly that for you. Our quality of care is something we are proud of and we know what a difference it makes to the families in their time of need.
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